Valerie Funk

Valerie Funk

Valerie Funk Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 12, 2008.
FUNK, Valerie Anne April 7, 1964 September 4, 2008 Val passed away peacefully in her sleep after a 5 year battle with cancer. Val was a fierce competitor but this was one contest she could not win in the end, yet she rallied many times. Val is survived by her devoted husband Don Tillapaugh and her loving children, her daughter Jamie, her son Zachary, and her stepchildren Shane and Katie. Val was born in Kamloops to Len and Sharon Funk, one of four children including Don, Greg and Dee. Val will be sorely missed but never forgotten. In lieu of flowers, Val would request a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation. 498446

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Mark Nagao

October 10, 2008

After hearing of Val's passing, I could not stop remembering all the fun and friendship we had in school. I look back and think how we lost touch over the years and regret not just sending off a quick hello every once in a while. My best wishes and thoughts to all the family.

Lucie Manojlovic (Etienne)

September 30, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Val's passing. We were friends in high school and I have many good memories of Val. My heartfelt sympathies to your family.

Sonja Jankovic

September 28, 2008

Words are insufficient to describe the depth of saddness upon learning of Val's passing. Her friendship, laughter & love of sports helped define my childhood. Her strength, humour and understanding brightened my darkest days. You will be greatly missed my friend.

Rebecca Guzzo

September 26, 2008

My deepest sympathies are with you and your family. I spent my whole childhood as a close friend of Val's through sports and friendship and can only imagine the huge hole that has been left in your lives.
Best wishes to you all
Rebecca (Redfern) Guzzo

Chuck Lawson

September 26, 2008

Our thought's are with you and your family Don. Marion and Chuck and family.

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October 10, 2008

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September 30, 2008

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